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Trip Overview

The average train between Bedford and Porthmadog takes 8h 53m and the fastest train takes 6h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Bedford to Porthmadog. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 53m
Duration
235 mi
Distance
£103
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Bedford to Porthmadog train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Bedford and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 9:56 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 10:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 8h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales14h 50m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales12h 53m • 4 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 24m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 55m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 55m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h • 4 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales11h 47m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 58m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 55m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 3m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 12m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 48m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales14h 53m • 4 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 24m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 55m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 55m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 24m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 55m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 55m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 24m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 55m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 55m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysCross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Porthmadog? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bedford to Porthmadog.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 235.3 mi
  • Duration: 8h 53m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Porthmadog, Wales?

You can take a train from Bedford to Porthmadog via Kettering, Leicester, Birmingham New Street, and Dovey Junction in around 8h 36m.

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